Great South African Hikes

The Fynbos Trail: A Journey of Love & Friendship

  Not all love stories are traditional.   Some unfold on winding trails, under open skies, and in shared moments of challenge and joy. This Valentine’s Day, while others indulged in candlelit dinners and overpriced roses, we embarked on a different kind of celebration—one rooted in adventure, companionship, and the beauty of the great outdoors. […]

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Antjie Se Pad (Antjie’s Path)

Kareedouw – Eastern Baviaans, Eastern Cape (15-19 December 2024)   Antjie Se Pad Hike: A 5-Day Adventure in the Kouga Mountains Antjie se Pad is a remarkable hiking trail located in the Kouga Mountains in the Suurveld (‘sour field’ because the land is not ideal for agriculture, so most farmers rear sheep) area of the

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Magnificent Magoebaskloof (Part II)

Day 4: Dokolewa Pools Hut to Seepsteen Hut By day four, the weather had shifted dramatically. The temperature soared, and the humidity made the hike more challenging than any of us had anticipated.   Our beloved Pacha Mama sadly fell ill overnight with what we later learned was a bacterial infection and had to be

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Magnificent Magoebaskloof (Part I)

The Soul-Renewing Beauty of the Magoebaskloof Hiking Trail There are few places that truly capture the essence of nature in its raw, unfiltered beauty. Magoebaskloof, nestled in the misty highlands of Limpopo Province, is one such gem. Our group of 13 hikers embarked on a five-day adventure through this natural haven, and by the end

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